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I think it is all about being able to "read" the dog. That's what makes a good trainer able to train dogs that are more sensitive. Weims aren't always sensitive but they will shut down if they are trained in a harsh manner. Pearl (who ran with Sally in SH at the GSP tests) is not really sensitive bu...

snips wrote:I rather like sensitive dogs, generally makes my job easier:)

Perhaps I could interest you in a Weimaraner?
They are pretty sensitive!

The treadmill will increase stamina and the pulling increases strength.

I love it when judges assume, because I have sold a lot of "iffy" bird work as a stop-to-flush. Most of the time it was a legitimate STF, but I was the only one who saw the bird fly. Depends on what you call "iffy" and what level of testing it is at. In Master I dont' allow for any "iffy" bird work.

the judges don't see the dog standing before they see the Huns flush, do they just assume that the dog was pointing them, or do they judge it as a stop-to-flush? In a hunt test situation I would give the dog the benefit of the doubt and do a call-back. Judges must remember that we are not out to tr...

All finds, planted bird trial or not, should be judged to wild bird standard

Excellent post!

When I judge hunt tests I judge as if it is wild bird standards. The testing is supposed to simulate HUNTING.

This dispute has always baffled me, as I seem to recall hearing from many folks who both trial and hunt wild birds that say they allow their dogs to do things while hunting wild birds that they clean up when the games start. Their dogs adjust. That's what I try to do with mine. I also don't want a ...

To me training for tests and training to hunt are two different things. The training is all the same. Training a dog to be steady to wing and shot for tests is the same as it is for wild bird hunting. What is different is the WAY that the dog handles the hunting situation. Without tests/trials any ...

Thank you for all of the sacrifices you are making for your country. Our blessings to you and happy Independence Day.

Perhaps we will see you in the field this coming season.

Well you could use my trick!

Float Cheetos on the water. Put them where the bottom gently slopes. It has worked every time for me!

Just don't eat too many yourself. One guy on the Versatile Dogs site said that both he and the dog ate so many that their beards were orange!

I actually feel that the LH Weims should not be disqualified. It is in the breed. The US is the only country that does not allow the LH to be shown.

But now the Blue LH is another story!

The name is familiar. Does Chris do any trialing? I train with Mark Fulmer at Sarahsetter Kennel in Aiken, SC. Didn't know if you got your dogs from him. The more I am around setters the more I like them! I just don't like the shedding. I had a friend who had a Weim and that got me interested in the...

Hey where did you get your setter from?

If it looks really raw then he will have to go on antibiotics. If it is not raw yet you might want to try some Gold Bond Powder. I have had good luck using this on rescue dogs who have raw spots between their toes from being on wet concrete at the shelters.

bobman wrote:A three hunder dollar pointer will out hunt a 3000 dollar wiem 9 out of 10 pups.

Ahhh but will that $300 pointer also hunt FUR and naturally retrieve to hand WITHOUT being FF'd??

BTW I don't charge anything near $3000 for my pups! AND I run my Weims with Pointers!!

What you just said sugest's to me that all the good Weim's are either dead or or live a continent away from you. They are fairly rare around here also but they are here! You should see the Weims in my area! Pitiful in the field. I judged a hunt test last Nov. for a Weim club not far from me and it ...

I switch mine at 10 weeks to adult food. In Weimaraners there is a high incidence of Pano and HOD so switching to adult food decreases that risk.

I've used vinegar on the face area and it works well. Neutralizes the ammonia smell.

Whoa hold on a minute, Don. It depends upon the breed. You are talking Pointers. They are a dime a dozen. Depending upon the breed you may have to go clear across the country or another country for that matter to find the correct stud dog for your bitch. Then you have the cost of semen shipment, imp...

Kory, check out http://www.lake-link.com/tradingpost/itemdetails.cfm?TradingPostID=21898 I am sure Keith would love to talk Weims with ya. _________________ PntrRookie 5 Blues ( 2 males and 3 females), 1 male silver. They are natural hunters that are true versatile gun dogs known to be the game han...

after getting in touch with a local Weim club I was able to attend their NRD, RD & RDX test this past weekend and loved it.

Was that Weimaraner Club of North Texas that held the tests?

My husband grew up in Beaumont but born in Austin. He's the city slicker of the two of us!

Kory,

I just pm'd you about my litter that is due next week.

Hi there. Just a little introduction to everyone. As my screen name implies I am a Weimaraner owner/breeder. I do hunt tests, field trials, and oh yea I show them too! I live in S. Carolina and currently have 4 Weims at my house with a litter due next week. Ch Cherrystone Perl of Sagenhaft SH,SDX,NR...